Here is a story written by @fairlyodddean
You’ve been living in this town for a while and you’ve adjusted after a few years. Ever since you got your first car, you’ve loved it. It made you know a little bit more about cars than the average girl. Your car was a bit on the older side so you would go to mechanic every week. Now you know everyone’s name when you would go there. It was pretty cool whenever you would go there and you had people to talk to.
One day, you needed to get your car fixed, again, so you popped into your usual mechanic.
“Hey Jimmy! How are the kids?” you shouted. “Hey Y/N,” he replied, “ They’re doin’ good. What seems to be the issue now?” “Engine, failed again. Wait, where’s Calvin?” “Oh, he was fired.” “How?!? He was doing such a great job with my car.” “Some other client filed multiple complaints against him so he got fired.” “Which client?” “His abusive ex.”
You expected it was someone from his past considering Calvin hasn’t had too much luck in love.
“Makes sense. Who’s taking over for him, who’s going to help you?” “The boss hired a new kid, around your age. You should go meet him.” “I- uh ok.”
You always had been kinda shy when it comes to meeting new people.
Suddenly, a tall boy with beautiful hazel eyes came in the room.
“Hi, you uh, must be replacing Calvin, I’m um Y/N,” you said with a big smile on your face. “I am, I-uh I’m Sam,” the tall, hazel eyed boy said as he held his hand out. You shook it and practically melted.
“So, are you new to town?” you asked. “Yeah, I am.,” he said, “What should I know about Jimmy?” he whispered. “Well, he loves kids, he hates new comers, and he hates it when someone takes control so make sure to stay out of his way.” “Thanks, I needed that,” he smiled.
“If you need anything, just ask. I know a lot about this town and the people here,” you giggled. “Wow, you have a cute laugh.” “I-uh- yeah- um- thanks,” you said nervously.
“Ok, lovebirds, it’s time to get this show on the road,” Jimmy shouted. “Sorry Jim. It’s my fault,” you said. “No it’s not, it’s mine,” Sam said.
You smiled and whispered, “Wow, what a gentlemen. There are few of those in this town.” “I try to be,” he replied, “So what type of fine machinery is this, Jimmy?”
“1962 Chevy Nova,” you replied. “You know cars?” Sam asked. “Of course she does, she helps occasionally and the best client in my book,” Jimmy replied.
“I wish I could say he was wrong,” you giggled, “But I do know a bit about cars. I just need to learn how to fix em.”
“I could help you. My brother taught me.” Sam said as he smiled. “It’s ok, you don’t have to,” you said. “Oh come on, it’ll be fun.” “Ok, fine. I’m in need of a sort of adventure anyway,” you replied back with a smile.
“I gotta go, but it was really nice meeting you and I hope I see you around.” “I hope to see you around too,” Sam said.
You smiled and you had butterflies in your stomach, but just as you were about to leave, Jimmy shouted, “Y/N, wait.” “Yeah, Jim?”
You can clearly hear Jimmy whisper over to Sam, “Come on, flirt more, ask her out. Y’all would go great together.” Sam stutters a bit but goes ahead.
“So, uh Y/N, what school do you go to?” Sam questioned, trying to break the ice. “Greydale,” you said.
“I said flirt not stand there like an idiot,” Jimmy whispered to Sam. “I’m going there too! Maybe I’ll see you around,” Sam replied.
“I sure hope so,” you said as you winked. “Come on flirt before she leaves. Y/N is clearly trying to make an effort,” Jimmy whispered to Sam.
“Can I have your number? You know, to talk about the new school and stuff,” Sam said.
“There you go, bud!” Jim said.
“Of course,” you replied smiling. You took your phone out and gave your number to him. He smiled real big when he got it.
“Thanks, I’ll text you later, when I’m done with work,” Sam said. “Ok, good to know,” you smiled, “And Jimmy, go easy on the poor kid, he’s new to town,” you said.
“Only for you, Y/N,” Jimmy replied. “Say hi to your kids for me, and tell your wife I said good luck with her job interview,” you told Jimmy. “I will.”
“See you later Sammy.” “It’s Sam!” Sam shouted.
“Right,” you said.
•••
It was around 6pm in the afternoon and Sam texted for the first time.
Text Messages :-):
Sammy: Hey Y/N
Y/N: Hey Sammy :)
Sammy: It’s Sam!!
Y/N: I added your contact name as Sammy so good luck getting rid of it! :-)
Sammy: I give up. Or I have to come up with an annoying nickname for you.
Y/N: Like what?
Sammy: Like girlfriend.
Y/N: Damn Sammy, you’re slick and all but you haven’t even asked me out yet.
Sammy: I know, but it’s annoying isn’t it?
Y/N: Ugh, whatever. 🙄
Sammy: Haha, can you show me around the school “girlfriend”?
Y/N: Only if you insist Sammy... *THIS IS THE TIME YOU INSIST*
Sammy: I’m insisting!!
Y/N: Ok, I guess I’ll do it lol
Sammy: Thank you. And thanks for helping me with Jimmy, I feel like he treated me a bit easier than he was going to. Do you have all the people in this town wrapped around your finger?
Y/N: Not exactly. And it’s not like I have him wrapped him around my finger, I’m just nice. I ask about his kids and wife, I actually care, he fixes my car, I pay him the most out of everyone, I just treat him like he’s supposed to be treated and I genuinely like him. He’s a pretty cool guy if you ask me.
Sammy: I know this is random and completely out of context but, do you possibly want to go out sometime? ❤️
Y/N: Of course!! ✨💘
Sammy: Wow, ok, Saturday? Movies??
Y/N: Yes! What time? 💘
Sammy: 2:00 work for you?
Y/N: Uh yeah! 🥰❤️
Sammy: Great, see you then, beautiful. ❤️😉
